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Health and Hoops offers basketball for kids through group lessons, private lessons, school lessons, parties, and summer camps. Classes meet in either Barceloneta or Glories, depending up on the age of the child.
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For kids from 5 to 9 years old: Thursdays 18:00-19:30 in Barceloneta For kids from ages 8: Sundays 11:00 in Glories
Dance Your Heart Out in Barcelona Escola Coco Comin was founded in 1971 and in more than 40 years has trained hundreds of professionals in the various dance disciplines. The school specializes in training musical performers and was the first to bring this discipline to Spain. The studio is an open space that brings together amateur and professional students, teachers, and choreographers to create a vibrant group of enthusiastic artists. Courses are adapted to all levels and ages, both for those who want to start in the world of entertainment and for those who simply want to learn, have fun, and stay fit. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman
Wine Tastings and Classes Salut Wine Studio is a tasting room and an educational space that hosts tastings, private events, workshops, and classes about wine. Salut offers several different wine tastings that introduce clients to local wines and cavas. Clients can choose from Spanish, Catalan or sparkling wine tastings, or join one of the monthly themed tastings, such as natural wines, single varietal wines, and international wines, among others. In addition to a regular schedule of wine tastings, Salut hosts private events and winery tours for groups, including corporate cocktail hours, team building events, and 5-week and weekend wine courses about Spanish and French wines. Those looking for a more informal experience can attend one of the weekly afterworks or vermut Sundays. All wines are available for purchase. Events are hosted by Melissa Leighty, a WSET level 3 certified wine expert with extensive knowledge about Catalan wines. Check out some other local wine bars and bodegas. About Meagan BellovinMeagan arrived in Barcelona in 2019, having left behind a full life of family, friends, and career in Austin, Texas. Originally educated as a journalist, Meagan taught children in her local public school system for nearly ten years before moving to Barcelona with her husband and dog. Since her arrival, she has embraced local living, taking Spanish classes, making new friends, and rediscovering her journalism past by writing for The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Meagan Bellovin
Get your jump on at CostaJump trampoline park! CostaJump is a trampoline park with more than ten different games all related to trampolines, including basketball, ninja course, a soccer field, wipe-out, activity pads, balance beam, and more. The facility also has an Olympic trampoline for double jumps and wall walking, plus a large free zone to practice flips. The park is available to celebrate birthdays where participants can win an entrance ticket in the basketball competition and the birthday boy/girl receives a selfie cam bracelet as a present. CostaJump also has a special program for corporate team-building events. The center may be a school field trip destination and also organizes camps during school vacations, during which children learn to jump and to do acrobatics. Groups are by age and level. CostaJump offers trained monitors in the park and friendly staff. Check website for additional locations. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman
Penguins Kids Swimming Classes Penguins offers kids swimming classes for ages 0-15. Classes are led by experienced teachers and athletes, using recognized and award-winning methods. Classes are held in an innovative space dedicated to aquatic activities, with facilities specifically designed for babies, children, and pregnant women. Their teaching system is based on the age and ability of children and progressively introduces all the skills to develop a fine swimming technique. The Penguins swimming pool uses salt treatment technology, with no chlorine smell. Penguins is the only certified center in Barcelona to offer childbirth in water, using the AIPAP® method supported by midwives. About Andrea FellmanAndrea Fellman is the founder and creative director of The Barcelona Edit.View all posts by Andrea Fellman